Youth Advocacy Committee News
In the News
In a decisive move to combat youth vaping and environmental waste, the UK will now prohibit the sale of disposable vapes starting June 1st, 2025, accompanied by stricter regulations on advertising and product design to discourage underage use.
Youth Voice of Month
Matthew Knauer, Redwood senior
What is the biggest issue with nicotine/tobacco you see at your school?
“If you are vaping at school it takes away your ability to learn in class. It also causes you to surround yourself with maybe people that you shouldn’t.”
What do you think is biggest issue with vaping in general?
“It is really addicting and once you start it is hard to stop. A lot of kids start in their freshman or sophomore year because of peer pressure. Once you do it once to seem ‘cool’ it is hard to stop.”
What is your hope for policy makers in Marin County?
“I hope that policy makers ban the selling of vapes. This way, there is no access or starting point for vaping. Vaping can ruin relationships or affect learning, so it is important to stop it from the start.”
Fast Fact!
1 JUUL Pod = ~ 41.3mg of nicotine | amount of nicotine in ~ 37 cigarettes
1 Flum Float = ~ 400mg of nicotine | amount of nicotine in ~ 363 cigarettes
1 Elf Bar = ~ 650mg of nicotine | amount of nicotine in ~ 590 cigarettes
Advocacy Toolkit
Sign this petition to call for an update of existing tobacco retail licenses to better protect youth and vulnerable communities from the devastating effects of nicotine addiction.
3 things to say to your friend to support them if they are trying to quit:
- “Remember, it’s okay to have tough days. I’m here to listen whenever you need to talk.”
- “I’m really proud of you for deciding to quit. That’s a big step, and I’m here for you.”
- “If you’re feeling a craving, let’s find something to do together to distract you.”
